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Welcome to our weekly IDIQ newsletter! We are highlighting the latest trends in identity theft and scams along with education on how to help keep yourself safe online. Plus, we report the top data breaches of the week, according to the Identity Theft Resource Center - Nonprofit . Stay informed and up to date by subscribing now.

How Oversharing Content About Your Kids (“Sharenting”) Can Lead To Identity Theft

Snapping a photo of your kids and sharing it on social media may seem like a harmless act. It’s natural to be proud of your children and want to share that feeling with friends and loved ones online.

But posting photos, videos, and other information about your child online leaves them vulnerable to identity theft. Every day, criminals scour the internet, including social media, for personal information they can use to commit fraud. This article shares what you need to know about “sharenting” and how it can lead to identity theft.

How Do You Protect Yourself From Credit Card Skimmers?

Credit card skimmers are illegal devices that criminals use at payment points of service, including ATMs, gas stations, and merchant credit card terminals, to steal consumer card information. While credit card skimming can happen anywhere, there are some ways to help protect yourself. This article shares what you need to know.

What Is an SBA Loan?

Do you have a great business idea but need funding to get it off the ground? SBA small business loans offer affordable financing and flexible repayment terms to help entrepreneurs launch or expand a business. This article explains what an SBA loan is and how it works.

Does Debt Relief Hurt Your Credit?

The average American household now has more than $100,000 in debt. Total household debt has increased by $210 billion in just three months to reach a record high of $17.5 trillion.

If you’re feeling crushed by constant debt payments, you’ve likely looked into debt relief options. These can provide much-needed relief from overwhelming balances. But what’s the catch? Does debt relief negatively impact your credit? This article unpacks what debt relief is, how it can affect your credit, and guidance on when it may be the right choice for you.

Top data breaches this past week

Here are the top data breaches reported this week, according to the Identity Theft Resource Center - Nonprofit :

GardaWorld Cash U.S.

- Breach Reported: 03-22-2024

- Date of Breach: 10-30-2023

- People Impacted: 39,928

V12 Software, Inc.

- Breach Reported: 03-21-2024

- Date of Breach: 03-21-2024

- People Impacted: 286,396

Monmouth College

- Breach Reported: 03-04-2024

- Date of Breach: 12-06-2022

- People Impacted: 44,737

Select Education Group

- Breach Reported: 03-20-2024

- Date of Breach: 11-05-2023

- People Impacted: 67,097

Bethel School District

- Breach Reported: 03-18-2024

- Date of Breach: 02-12-2024

- People Impacted: 28,844

Citizens Bank of West Virginia

- Breach Reported: 03-18-2024

- Date of Breach: 11-15-2023

- People Impacted: 35,105

Valley Oaks Health

- Breach Reported: 03-18-2024

- Date of Breach: 06-08-2023

- People Impacted: 50,352

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